R&R Head Labs

2260 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206

Denver Metro

R&R Head Labs is a new barbershop concept infused with purpose. At R&R Head Labs, they provide hyper personalized hair care services by expert barbers who have been formerly incarcerated or other returning community members committed to making the world a better place. They offer apprenticeship programs via their community partners and help support experienced barbers get licensed. Hiring requirements: High school degree Experience cutting hair Active Colorado barber or Cosmetology license or within 6 months of receiving a license Great communication skills, teamwork and service mindset Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time Weekend and evening availability

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10 Steps to Start Your Business

Starting a business involves planning, making key financial decisions, and completing a series of legal activities. Click on the website link and scroll down to learn about each step. The US Small Business Administration has 10 steps to guide you through the process.

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A Hire Power

6535 S Dayton St #2200, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Denver Metro

Greenwood Village

A Hire Power is a local staffing agency that can help you find local job opportunities. Their easy to use job-board allows users to find the most immediate options for temp, temp-to-hire and career placement. Whether you need something short-term to keep the money coming in, or you are looking for that long-term career, visit their site to find a job now.

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A Personalized Startup Experience

Click on the website link to get started on your startup plan. The first step is their Small Business Resource Guide, an A-Z tutorial on how to start, grow or move a business to Colorado. You'll also be linked to the Small Business Navigator, which will walk you through the perplexing world of licenses, permits and other pertinent information to start or move your business to Colorado. Finally, they'll link you to the Nationally Accredited Colorado Small Business Development Center (COSBDC) Network. The COSBDC provides a variety of assistance to include free, confidential consulting to small business owners, as well as training programs at little or no cost at locations throughout the state. This resource is all about delivering personalized guidance to help you reach your goals, which is invaluable. Great resource from the Colorado Office of Economic Opportunity and International Trade.

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Aamco

Statewide

AAMCO is one of the world’s best-known automotive brands. AAMCO Transmissions, Inc. is the world's largest chain of transmission specialists and one of the leaders in total car care services. If you work at AAMCO, you have the ability to join a team that knows the value of career development and offers ongoing training & development at an award-winning facility. Find open positions here: https://aamco.applytojob.com/apply

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AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program

800 Grant Street, Suite 201, Denver CO 80203

Denver Metro

Denver

AARP's Senior Community Service Employment Program helps low-income, unemployed individuals aged 55+ find work. Their help can increase your skills, build self-confidence, and place you with a local nonprofit or public agency where you will earn a modest salary. AARP Foundation will also help the job seeker 55 and older who has been justice-involved.

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ABM

Statewide

Their team of more than 100,000 skilled and hardworking people takes care of clients across Aviation, Banking, Life Sciences, Commercial Office Buildings and Real Estate, Education, Food and Beverage, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Nuclear Power, Parking, Retail, Sports, Technology, Warehousing, and more. They provide a wide variety of services in each industry they serve, from airport shuttle service and wheelchair assistance to food and nutrition to mission-critical solutions in hospitals. In every case, ABM makes every day run smoothly by going the extra mile to deliver the best quality with the highest levels of integrity. Find open positions here: https://eiqg.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/requisitions?sortBy=RELEVANCY

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Accenture

Statewide

They are committed to create lasting change at the intersection of technology and human ingenuity for our business and communities. Accenture people use technology and ingenuity to solve some of the world's biggest challenges. Find open positions here: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers

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Ace Hardware

Every Ace store is locally owned and operated by people just like you. Ace’s Retail Associates are the best in the business, they make us The Helpful Place. Our Retail Associates go above and beyond for every customer, giving back to the communities in which they both serve and live. To support our retailers, Ace has a network of 16 Distribution Centers across the United States. Our teams are made up of Warehouse Specialists, Drivers, and support staff who pride themselves in providing one of the highest service levels in the industry. The Corporate team supports Retailers and Distribution Centers across the Ace enterprise with products, services, and operating methods to continue providing the best, most helpful hardware store experience on the planet. Find open positions here: for retail: https://storejobs.acehardware.com/. For distribution: https://careers.acehardware.com/distribution-job-search/. For corporate: https://careers.acehardware.com/corporate-job-search/

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Activate Workforce Solutions

1580 Logan Street, Suite 740, Denver CO 80203

Denver Metro

Denver

Activate Workforce Solutions provides free help for adult men and women looking to get into a fulltime career path job. They partner with many types of employers, from health care to manufacturing to apprenticeships. It's a great organization to get the coaching you need to become the best employee you can be. The first step is to contact Activate for a 10-15 minutes pre-screen by phone. They also require six months of sobriety and recent consistent work experience.

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Activate Workforce Solutions

1580 Logan Street, Suite 740, Denver CO 80203

Denver Metro

Denver

Activate Workforce Solutions provides free help for adult men and women looking to get into a fulltime career path job. They partner with many types of employers, from health care to manufacturing to apprenticeships. It's a great organization to get the coaching you need to become the best employee you can be. The first step is to contact Activate for a 10-15 minutes pre-screen by phone. They also require six months of sobriety and recent consistent work experience.

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Acumen Environmental Services

Acumen Environmental Services helps with these services: Asbestos Abatement, Demolition/Excavation/Deconstruction, Water Damage/Restoration/Mold, Construction/Remodel, Hazmat, Flooring Commercial/Residential​, Painting/Finish Work, Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Ballast Removal, Above and Under Ground Storage Tank Removal, and Certified Inspection: Building, Asbestos and Mold. Call to get more information and for an application.

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Advance Auto Parts

The Advance Auto Parts Foundation supports the development of a healthy, skilled and diverse workforce prepared to advance the mobility industry in the 21st Century. They do this by supporting programs and initiatives that emphasize employment readiness and the health and wellbeing of others, with an emphasis on underserved populations, including military veterans seeking to join the civilian workforce. Click here to find all open positions: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/

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Aerotek–Colorado Springs

2 N. Cascade Avenue, Suite 400, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Aerotek has jobs that start at $16/17 an hour in oil and gas and renewable power projects. They also many many different types of labor jobs, including electrical and construction, with some requiring no skill. If you’re interested in work in the solar industry, please call Arron Baca at 970-776-5267.

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Aerotek–Greenwood Village

5619 DTC Parkway, Suite 200, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

Denver Metro

Greenwood Village

Aerotek has jobs that start at $16/17 an hour in oil and gas and renewable power projects. They also many many different types of labor jobs, including electrical and construction, with some requiring no skill. If you’re interested in work in the solar industry, please call Sam Carlson at 970-776-5232.

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Aerotek–Loveland

5250 Hahns Peak Drive, Suite 100, Loveland, CO 80538

Northeast CO

Loveland

Aerotek has jobs that start at $16/17 an hour in oil and gas and renewable power projects. They also many many different types of labor jobs, including electrical and construction, with some requiring no skill. If you’re interested in work in the solar industry, please call Sam Carlson at 970-776-5232.

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Aerotek–Westminster

11080 Circle Point Road, Suite160, Westminster, CO 80020

Denver Metro

Westminster

Aerotek has jobs that start at $16/17 an hour in oil and gas and renewable power projects. They also many many different types of labor jobs, including electrical and construction, with some requiring no skill. If you’re interested in work in the solar industry, please call Sam Carlson at 970-776-5232.

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Alamosa Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

305 Murphy Dr Unit B, Alamosa CO 81101

Southwest CO

Alamosa

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call the local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Alamosa Workforce Center

407 State Ave Suite C, Alamosa CO 81101

Southwest CO

Alamosa

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Albertson’s

Statewide

They are looking for talented, hard-working, fun-loving people eager to jump into a new adventure and join their team. Hiring for a variety of positions, from back-of-house operations, to front-of-house customer service. They need people who are hungry for more. Want to wake up every day loving your job and making people smile? Then this is the right gig for you. They are filling a range of positions. Here’s a taste of a few that might speak to you: Scratch Bakers, Cooks, Caterer, Concierge, Chocolatier, Floral Designers, Bartender, Retail Clerks, and Meat Cutters. Whether you’re stocking boxes or serving up beers, come enjoy the perks of being at the forefront of what’s fresh and new. Find open positions here: https://www.albertsons.com/eat-life-up/careers.html

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Allied Forces Temporary Services–Denver

1850 S Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80219

Denver Metro

Denver

Allied Forces Temporary Services may be able to help you find a temporary job, whether it’s for one day or for the long haul. Jobs are typically in the industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, skilled trades, professional services and hospitality industries. Call the number for more information. The website also has current job listings.

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Allied Forces Temporary Services–Denver

10600 E Colfax Avenue, Denver CO 80010

Denver Metro

Denver

Allied Forces Temporary Services may be able to help you find a temporary job, whether it’s for one day or for the long haul. Jobs are typically in the industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, skilled trades, professional services and hospitality industries. Call the number for more information. The website also has current job listings.

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Allied Forces Temporary Services–Denver

1554 West 70th Avenue, Denver CO 80221

Denver Metro

Denver

Allied Forces Temporary Services may be able to help you find a temporary job, whether it’s for one day or for the long haul. Jobs are typically in the industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, skilled trades, professional services and hospitality industries. Call the number for more information. The website also has current job listings.

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Allied Forces Temporary Services–Longmont

838 Coffman Street, Longmont CO 80501

Denver Metro

Longmont

Allied Forces Temporary Services may be able to help you find a temporary job, whether it’s for one day or for the long haul. Jobs are typically in the industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, skilled trades, professional services and hospitality industries. Call the number for more information. The website also has current job listings.

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Allied Forces Temporary Services–Thornton

8520 Washington Street, Suite N, Thornton CO 80229

Denver Metro

Thornton

Allied Forces Temporary Services may be able to help you find a temporary job, whether it’s for one day or for the long haul. Jobs are typically in the industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, skilled trades, professional services and hospitality industries. Call the number for more information. The website also has current job listings.

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ALSCO

Statewide

ALSCO provides industry-leading linen and uniform services to customers in many industries including restaurants, industrial operations, health care and automotive. You may find open positions here: https://alsco.com/careers/

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Amazon

Amazon offers student positions. Where you can intern for them. They also offer warehouse positions: You'll join the Amazon warehouse team that prepares and fulfills customer orders. Working with their Delivery Service Partners, you’ll deliver Amazon packages to customers. You'll assist customers in-person at our Amazon retail stores and physical locations. You’ll work with a team that prevents issues and solves problems for their customers. Lastly, they have software development positions. For more information on open positions, click here: https://www.amazon.jobs/en

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Apprentice Personnel–Colorado Springs

3134 W Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Jobs with Apprentice Personnel include property management, construction, hospitality and catering, light industrial and manufacturing, institutional food and facilities services, clerical/administrative, restoration, non-clinical medical, government…and more. You can apply online through their website. Click on Job Seekers.

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Apprentice Personnel–Denver

2121 S Birch Street, Denver, CO 80222

Denver Metro

Denver

Jobs with Apprentice Personnel include property management, construction, hospitality and catering, light industrial and manufacturing, institutional food and facilities services, clerical/administrative, restoration, non-clinical medical, government…and more. You can apply online through their website. Click on Job Seekers.

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Apprenticeship Directory for Colorado

Statewide

Start here to find information about every apprenticeship training opportunity registered with Colorado. This directory is huge, so you can start by sorting it by occupation name, county, or industry (the three boxes at the top of the list). This will help you to look at what's available in your county, or by the name of the occupation, and so forth. The program name is the sponsor for the training. Click on the website listed to learn more. A sponsor can be a company, and it could also be a community college. If you find it confusing to figure out apprenticeship training for the career you want, go to your local Workforce Center. There are 54 in Colorado, and they're listed in the Jobs section on Remerg.com. Folks at the Workforce Centers are great sources of information about apprenticeships. Their help is free.

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Apprenticeship Finder

Fantastic database of apprenticeship opportunities!

Statewide

Apprenticeship Finder is a database of places where you can get apprenticeship training. It's a fantastic website. Click on the link, then enter your location information and the type of work you're looking for.

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Apprenticeship Navigators

Contact info for every navigator in Colorado!

Statewide

Every workforce center in Colorado has an apprenticeship navigator who can help you find the right program for you. Click on the link below and scroll down to Apprenticeship Navigators. You'll see a list of blue bars with the names of counties on them. Click on the county where you live, and you'll find the contact information for the navigator. Email the navigator and ask for help.

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Ascend Staffing–Aurora

2285 S Peoria St, Aurora CO 80014

Denver Metro

Aurora

Ascend Staffing, formerly known as Intermountain Staffing, specializes in light industrial, clerical, and non-clinical hospital positions. Click on Job Seekers on the website to apply online and learn more.

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Ascend Staffing–Broomfield

350 Interlocken Blvd, Suite 106, Broomfield CO 80021

Denver Metro

Broomfield

Ascend Staffing, formerly known as Intermountain Staffing, specializes in light industrial, clerical, and non-clinical hospital positions. Click on Job Seekers on the website to apply online and learn more.

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Ascend Staffing–Montrose

1832 South Townsend Avenue, Montrose CO 81401

Southwest CO

Montrose

Ascend Staffing, formerly known as Intermountain Staffing, specializes in light industrial, clerical, and non-clinical hospital positions. Click on Job Seekers on the website to apply online and learn more.

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Aurora Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

12510 E Iliff Ave. Suite 303, Aurora CO 80014

Denver Metro

Aurora

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call the local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Aurora–Arapahoe/Douglas Works!

15400 E. 14th Place, Lower Level, Aurora CO 80011

Denver Metro

Aurora

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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AuroraWorks

10139 East Colfax Avenue, Aurora CO 80010

Denver Metro

Aurora

AuroraWorks provides career preparation & placement. Participants who complete their job seeker workshop are matched with an employment coach who provides individualized job search assistance to include resume preparation, e-mail setup if needed, interview coaching, job leads, and community referrals for housing, transportation, healthcare, counseling, childcare, food and other support services. In addition, they provide life skills assistance to help address other issues related to success--financial management, time management, conflict resolution, anger management, parenting, reconciliation, and interpersonal communication skills. Call or email through the website link to get started. Part of CommunityWorks

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Bayaud Enterprises

333 West Bayaud Avenue, Denver CO 80223

Denver Metro

Denver

Bayaud Enterprises helps people seeking employment, struggling with homelessness, and people with disabilities. They have a Career Center that helps with computer skills, job search and placement help, opportunities for short-term employment, and more. When you call, you'll be set up with an intake appointment to talk about the programs and services they provide.

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Black Hawk–Jefferson County Business and Workforce Center

2960 Dory Hill Rd. Suite 100, Black Hawk CO 80403

Denver Metro

Black Hawk

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Boulder–Workforce Boulder County

1333 Iris Ave., Boulder CO 80304

Denver Metro

Boulder

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space. You may walk in at any time and ask for an appointment.

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Broomfield Workforce Center

100 Spader Way, Broomfield CO 80020

Denver Metro

Broomfield

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Builders FirstSource

Contact Kenny Watson at the number below or at Kenny.Watson@buildwithbmc.com. No background checks but must pass UA.

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Burlington Workforce Center

1457 Martin Ave., Burlington CO 80807

Northeast CO

Burlington

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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C.H.E.F.

Denver-based culinary education/training program

Denver Metro

Denver

C.H.E.F. aims to create opportunities by providing culinary training, restaurant education, mentorship, recovery and leadership development for individuals who are in recovery, have experienced homelessness, or are involved in the justice system. C. H. E.F. is a registered apprenticeship with the National Restaurant Foundation.

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Cañon City Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

3224 Independence Rd, Cañon City CO 81212

Southwest CO

Cañon City

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Cañon City Workforce Center

3224 Independence Road, Cañon City CO 81212

Southwest CO

Cañon City

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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CDOC Employment and Training Navigator–Denver Metro

8800 Sheridan Blvd, Westminster CO 80031

Denver Metro

Denver

The Employment and Training Navigator (ETN) for the Colorado Department of Corrections can connect you to jobs and apprenticeship opportunities. Cheryl Gallegos is the ETN for the Denver Metro Region. You may email her at Cheryl.Gallegos@state.co.us or call the number below and ask for an appointment.

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CDOC Employment and Training Navigator–Northern Region

3000 S College Avenue, Suite 110, Fort Collins CO 80525

Northwest CO

Northeast CO

Fort Collins

The Employment and Training Navigator (ETN) for the Colorado Department of Corrections can connect you to jobs and apprenticeship opportunities. Luke Solomon is the ETN for the Northern Region. You may email him at Luke.Solomon@state.co.us or call the number below and ask for an appointment.

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CDOC Employment and Training Navigator–Southern Region

888 W Garden of the Gods, Suite 200, Colorado Springs CO 80907

Southwest CO

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

The Employment and Training Navigator (ETN) for the Colorado Department of Corrections can connect you to jobs and apprenticeship opportunities. Matthew Blanski is the ETN for the Southern Region. You may email him at Matthew.Blanski@state.co.us or call the number below and ask for an appointment.

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CDOC Employment and Training Navigator–Western Region

2516 Foresight Circle, Suite 3, Grand Junction CO 81515

Southwest CO

Northwest CO

Grand Junction

The Employment and Training Navigator (ETN) for the Colorado Department of Corrections can connect you to jobs and apprenticeship opportunities. Chris French is the ETN for the Western Region. You may email him at Christopher.French@state.co.us or call the number below and ask for an appointment.

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CEDS Finance Community Enterprise Development Services

1450 S Havana Street, Suite 620, Aurora CO 80012

Denver Metro

Aurora

CEDS provides loans (up to $50,000) for people in underserved communities who are starting or growing their business. The nonprofit organization also provides business consulting services and helps applicants prepare their loan application. Call or walk in to learn more.

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Centennial–Arapahoe/Douglas Works!

6974 South Lima Street, Centennial CO 80112

Denver Metro

Centennial

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Center for Employment Opportunities–Colorado Springs

888 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 110, Colorado Springs CO 80907

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

CEO works to reduce recidivism and increase employment. They provide people returning home from incarceration immediate paid employment, skills training, and ongoing career support. To offer work experience, CEO operates transitional work crews that provide indoor/outdoor maintenance and neighborhood beautification services. In addition to work and daily pay, CEO provides wraparound vocational support services: on days you are not working, you'll receive job coaching to find full-time employment. Once you're in a full-time position, CEO continues working with you for a year to ensure you have the support you need to grow in your career.

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Center for Employment Opportunities–Denver

3532 Franklin Street, Suite S, Denver, CO 80205

Denver Metro

Denver

CEO works to reduce recidivism and increase employment. They provide people returning home from incarceration immediate paid employment, skills training, and ongoing career support. To offer work experience, CEO operates transitional work crews that provide indoor/outdoor maintenance and neighborhood beautification services. In addition to work and daily pay, CEO provides wraparound vocational support services: on days you are not working, you'll receive job coaching to find full-time employment. Once you're in a full-time position, CEO continues working with you for a year to ensure you have the support you need to grow in your career.

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Center for Work Education and Employment (CWEE)

1175 Osage Street, Suite 300, Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

CWEE helps people train for and get a good job. Their team will help you explore career opportunities and find the resources and training you need. They also have a network of over 150 employers. CWEE’s classes are available 24/7 and include 1:1 career coaching. If needed, access to technology is provided. CWEE’s program is self-paced and people complete their program between 6-12 weeks. In order to qualify, you must be 18 and older, low-income and not on-TANF, unemployed/under-employed, authorized to work in the United States, have English language and reading proficiency, and be a Denver County resident or experiencing homelessness. Call the number below or email Jacqulene Bond at jbond@cwee.org to learn more.

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Checkr’s Fair Chance Hiring Hub

Checkr, the national background checking company, is a leader in showing companies how to hire people with a criminal record, called Fair Chance Hiring. Click on the website link to learn more about how to be a fair chance employer.

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CHIC Denver

10115 E. Colfax Ave, Aurora CO 80010

Denver Metro

Aurora

CHIC offers a variety of services in intervention and prevention that address economic mobility, mental health, social, emotional and cultural wellness and the overall stability of the family. They provide a variety of programs that focus on families and youth who have educational, reentry, and community needs. They bring families and service providers together to increase access to community resources. Services designed for young women.

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Christlife Ministries

2415 Lake Avenue, Pueblo CO 81004

Southeast CO

Pueblo

Christlife Ministries provides transitional housing, parenting program, job preparation, peer navigation for substance abuse, and life skills.

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Colorado Homebuilding Academy (pre-apprenticeship)

445 W. 53rd Place, Denver CO 80216

Denver Metro

Denver

Colorado Homebuilding Academy provides construction skills boot camps that you can complete in one month (four days a week) or in two months (two nights a week). The training is free if you are committeed to getting a career in construction. Most of the training is hands-on in the learning lab, and they provide connections to a career in the construction field after you finish the boot camp. CHA also has a two-week concrete training boot camp, AND a one-year construction management course where you can earn credits from Community College of Aurora. Click on the Get Started button on their website to learn about information sessions. You can also sign up for their reminders about classes. COVID-19 UPDATE: Services are by phone with no walk-ins. Virtual classes are held on Tuesdays.

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Colorado Sheet Metal Workers Apprentice Program (Colorado Springs)

1420 Quail Lake Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

The Colorado Sheet Metal Workers’ Program is a joint effort by the Workers of SMART Local #9 and the Contractors of SMACNA Colorado. All funding for your education comes from this partnership, which means that in our program, you pay no tuition costs and no fees for the training and education, while receiving books and other educational material and college credits free of charge. You will learn from instructors who work in the sheet metal industry alongside you, and you will put everything you learn to work right away—your career begins at the same time your apprenticeship begins. As an Apprentice in the Colorado Sheet Metal Workers’ Apprenticeship Program, you will earn a good salary while learning your trade—a salary that increases as your skills and knowledge increase. If you are interested in applying, go to their website located below and fill out the application.

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Colorado Sheet Metal Workers Apprentice Program (Denver)

1515 W 47th Ave., Denver, CO 80211-2339

Denver Metro

Denver

The Colorado Sheet Metal Workers’ Program is a joint effort by the Workers of SMART Local #9 and the Contractors of SMACNA Colorado. All funding for your education comes from this partnership, which means that in our program, you pay no tuition costs and no fees for the training and education, while receiving books and other educational material and college credits free of charge. You will learn from instructors who work in the sheet metal industry alongside you, and you will put everything you learn to work right away—your career begins at the same time your apprenticeship begins. As an Apprentice in the Colorado Sheet Metal Workers’ Apprenticeship Program, you will earn a good salary while learning your trade—a salary that increases as your skills and knowledge increase. If you are interested in applying, go to their website located below and fill out the application.

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Colorado Sheet Metal Workers Apprentice Program (Grand Junction)

2980 Gunnison Ave., Grand Junction, CO 81504

Grand Junction

The Colorado Sheet Metal Workers’ Program is a joint effort by the Workers of SMART Local #9 and the Contractors of SMACNA Colorado. All funding for your education comes from this partnership, which means that in our program, you pay no tuition costs and no fees for the training and education, while receiving books and other educational material and college credits free of charge. You will learn from instructors who work in the sheet metal industry alongside you, and you will put everything you learn to work right away—your career begins at the same time your apprenticeship begins. As an Apprentice in the Colorado Sheet Metal Workers’ Apprenticeship Program, you will earn a good salary while learning your trade—a salary that increases as your skills and knowledge increase. If you are interested in applying, go to their website located below and fill out the application.

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Colorado Springs Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

1365 Garden of the Gods, Suite 250, Colorado Springs CO 80907

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Colorado Springs–Pikes Peak Workforce Center

1049 North Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs CO 80909

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space. You must register online for an appointment. You may also call the customer service number below for help.

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Colorado Springs–Pikes Peak Workforce Center (Main Office)

1675 Garden of the Gods Road, Colorado Springs CO 80907

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Colorado Staffing Solutions

10800 E Bethany Drive, Suite 185, Aurora CO 80014

Denver Metro

Aurora

Colorado Staffing Solutions has jobs in hospitality, clerical, manufacturing, general labor, and more. Stop by their office in Aurora or apply online to get started and schedule an interview.

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ColoradoSpringsWorks

1652 S Circle Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80910

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Through CommunityWorks, ColoradoSpringsWorks provides career preparation & placement. They provide a four-day training to develop soft and hard skills and goal mapping, apprenticeship programs, barbershop, clothing closet, help getting identification documents, and other supportive services. Call or email through the website link to get started. You can also just walk in. Part of CommunityWorks and a WAGEES Partner

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Community Table Kitchen

5345 Arapahoe Avenue #5, Boulder CO 80303

Denver Metro

Boulder

Community Table Kitchen is a social enterprise of Bridge House. They provide Take and Bake Meals, food gifts, and a catering service. They also have jobs and job training through their Ready to Work Program!

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CommunityWorks (Statewide Locations)

Statewide locations include Denver, Aurora, Colorado Springs & Pueblo

Statewide

CommunityWorks empowers the unemployed and those with reentry barriers to employment to become self-supporting through job preparation and placement. They meet individuals where they are at to help them remove barriers and find stable employment. Since 1995, CommWrks has provided customized hands-on training, immersive experiences and comprehensive connections to every job-seeker who walks through the doors. In addition, they provide life skills assistance to help address other issues related to success--financial management, time management, conflict resolution, anger management, parenting, reconciliation, and interpersonal communication skills. Empowering individuals toward career pathways -- Same day admission, No entry charge

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CommunityWorks Back2Business & Admin Office

6000 E Evans Avenue, Bldg 2, Suite 260, Denver CO 80222

Denver Metro

Denver

Through CommunityWorks, Back2Business provides career preparation & placement. Participants who complete their job seeker workshop are matched with an employment coach who provides individualized job search assistance to include resume preparation, e-mail setup if needed, interview coaching, job leads, and community referrals for housing, transportation, healthcare, counseling, childcare, food and other support services. In addition, they provide life skills assistance to help address other issues related to success--financial management, time management, conflict resolution, anger management, parenting, reconciliation, and interpersonal communication skills. Call or email through the website link to get started.

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Connecting Colorado

Statewide

Connecting Colorado is a free website run by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment that lists jobs. You can register with them and upload your resume. You can also click on the button that says "Why Register With Us" and do a quick job search by type of job and city. Pikes Peak Workforce Center made a video that explains how to use Connecting Colorado.

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Connections Training and Staffing–Denver

12445 East 39th Avenue, Suite 100, Denver CO 80239

Denver Metro

Denver

Connections Training and Staffing provides jobs that can last a few days to several months. Positions include administrative and clerical, construction, customer service, manufacturing, skilled trades, technology, warehousing, and more. Get started on the website with an application, which is in both English and Spanish.

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Connections Training and Staffing–Thornton

8700 Grant Street, Suite 100, Thornton, CO 80229

Denver Metro

Thornton

Connections Training and Staffing provides jobs that can last a few days to several months. Positions include administrative and clerical, construction, customer service, manufacturing, skilled trades, technology, warehousing, and more. Get started on the website with an application, which is in both English and Spanish.

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Construction Careers Now (pre-apprenticeship)

3600 East 46th Avenue, Denver CO 80216

Central 70 Career Training & Resource Center

Denver Metro

Denver

Construction Careers Now is a no-cost 4 week pre-apprenticeship program offering OSHA 10 training and hands-on training in a variety of skilled trades and career paths. No experience is necessary and classes are offered monthly and run for four weeks, Mon-Thurs, 5-8pm and each cohort ends with a large scale hiring fair. Call or click on the website to enroll and learn more.

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Cortez Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

20 W. North Street, Cortez, CO 81321

Southwest CO

Cortez

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Cortez Workforce Center

2208 E. Main Street, Cortez CO 81321

Southwest CO

Cortez

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Craig Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

480 Barclay Street, Craig CO 81625

Northwest CO

Craig

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Divison of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Craig Workforce Center

480 Barclay, Craig CO 81625

Northwest CO

Craig

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Creating Good Work for Employees with Lower Incomes: Solutions and Best Practices for Small Businesses in Colorado

Created by the Colorado Team with the Aspen Family Prosperity Innovation Community

This handbook prepared by the Colorado Team for the Aspen Family Prosperity Innovation Community provides a set of employer principles for family-supportive policies and benefits. While it's not specifically created for fair chance employers, there's a lot of good advice and ideas for all employers. You can also click on the pdf link for the document.

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Cripple Creek–Pikes Peak Workforce Center

166 E. Bennett Avenue, Aspen Mine Center, Cripple Creek CO 80813

Southeast CO

Cripple Creek

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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CrossPurpose

3885 S Broadway, Englewood CO 80113

Denver Metro

Englewood

CrossPurpose provides a free six-month course to help you design and advance in a career. You'll have the opportunity to earn a nationally recognized credential in the medical field (medical assisting, medical admin, CNA, medical billing and coding), IT, finance, or construction and the trades. You'll also learn about interviews, writing resumes, developing professional skills, and more. Call to get started, or you can now apply online using their website!

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CrossPurpose

3050 Richard Allen Court, Denver CO 80205

Denver Metro

Denver

CrossPurpose provides a free six-month course to help you design and advance in a career. You'll have the opportunity to earn a nationally recognized credential in the medical field (medical assisting, medical admin, CNA, medical billing and coding), IT, finance, or construction and the trades. You'll also learn about interviews, writing resumes, developing professional skills, and more. Call to get started, or you can now apply online using their website!

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Culinary Quick Start with Housed Working & Healthy

3525 W Oxford Avenue, Denver CO 80236

Culinary School on Fort Logan Campus

Denver Metro

Denver

Housed Working & Healthy is a culinary school with hands-on paid four-week curriculum that meets Tuesday through Friday, 9am to 3:30pm at Fort Logan Eatery. Graduates of the training receive Serv-Safe certification and a Culinary Quick Start certificate and progress to an apprentice program and employment connections. The program includes soft skills and connections to services, including housing. Call the numbers below to learn more and to register. You may also email Contact@housedworkingandhealthy.org. Fort Logan Eatery is at the edge of the Fort Logan campus and serves food for take-out, catering, and a wholesale bakery.

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Delta Workforce Center

206 Ute Street, Delta CO 81416

Southwest CO

Delta

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Delta Workforce Center includes Montrose Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

206 Ute Street, Delta CO 81416

Southwest CO

Delta

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Denver Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

2111 W. Evans Street, Denver CO 80223

Denver Metro

Denver

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Denver Good Green Jobs Program

Statewide

Denver Metro

Make money while helping the environment! Did you know you can earn $80K+/year without a college degree, starting in $40K+ /year jobs? Get your own personal Career Coach, training, and connections to local jobs in the “green construction” industry through the Denver Good Green Jobs program. This two-week online training program is available at NO COST to you, no experience or college needed! Further no-cost training for a career in the fast-growing HVAC industry also available! Want to learn more? Click on the website below to learn more and sign up free OR contact Career Coach Jenna Fuentes: 855-799-1721 (text) or support@JuliusEdu.com.

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Denver Indian Center’s Native Workforce Program

4407 Morrison Road, Denver CO 80219

Denver Metro

Denver

The Denver Indian Center Inc. (DICI) provides several programs, including the Native Workforce Program. To be eligible, you must be a resident of Colorado and a member of a federally recognized tribe. Documentation is required. The Native Workforce Program provides help with resumes, job referrals and placements, career planning, paid training opportunities, and many types of support. Call the number below or email Ryan@denverindiancenter.org to make an appointment and get started with their help. Here other just some of the services that the Native Workforce Program is providing at the moment: supplemental transportation assistance, work clothes, tools, child care assistance, textbook and materials assistance, training funding, laptop assistance, glasses assistance, resume assistance and career planning, paid work experience at one of our community partners, job search assistance, and testing and licensure fees.

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Denver Staffing Solutions

Denver Metro

Denver Staffing Services is a nationwide recruiting company. They help job seekers with resume reviewing, career counseling, and practice interviews. The owner is very open to working with people with a criminal history. Click on the website to learn more and send an email to get signed up.

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Denver Workforce Center at DIA

8500 Pena Blvd, Denver CO 80249

located at the Main Terminal, southeast corner of Level 6

Denver Metro

Denver

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Click on the website link to learn more. You may also call the number below and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. Please be prepared when you call to tell the people who work at the call center the type of help you need. This will help them get you to the right person.

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Denver Workforce Center at Montbello

4685 Peoria Street Suite 251, Denver CO 80239

Denver Metro

Denver

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Click on the website link to learn more. You may also call the number below and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. Please be prepared when you call to tell the people who work at the call center the type of help you need. This will help them get you to the right person.

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Denver Workforce Center at Wellington Webb Bldg

201 West Colfax, Denver CO 80202

Denver Metro

Denver

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Click on the website link to learn more. You may also call the number below and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. Please be prepared when you call to tell the people who work at the call center the type of help you need. This will help them get you to the right person.

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Denver Workforce Center at Westside

1200 Federal Blvd., Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Click on the website link to learn more. You may also call the number below and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. Please be prepared when you call to tell the people who work at the call center the type of help you need. This will help them get you to the right person.

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DenverWorks

985 Santa Fe Drive, Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

Through CommunityWorks, DenverWorks provides career preparation & placement. Participants who complete their job seeker workshop are matched with an employment coach who provides individualized job search assistance to include resume preparation, e-mail setup if needed, interview coaching, job leads, and community referrals for housing, transportation, healthcare, counseling, childcare, food and other support services. In addition, they provide life skills assistance to help address other issues related to success--financial management, time management, conflict resolution, anger management, parenting, reconciliation, and interpersonal communication skills. Call or email through the website link to get started. DenverWorks is also able to provide free Lifeline phones. Part of CommunityWorks

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Diamond Standard Events

1600 Broadway, Suite 1600, Denver CO 80202

Denver Metro

Denver

Diamont Standard Events Specializes in concerts, festivals, and special events. They're always looking for staff, so it's a great way to pick up work in the Denver metro area. Click on Contractors on their website, and you can apply online to get started.

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Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

Statewide

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation helps people with a disability prepare for and find employment. Offices are located throughout Colorado, so click on the website to see the complete list of locations and phone numbers. Call to make an appointment. Many of the offices are located inside Workforce Centers. Click on Success Stories on their website to learn more about the services they provide.

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Dress for Success

2425 S Colorado Blvd, #200 Denver CO 80222

Denver Metro

Denver

From head to toe, Dress for Success can outfit you to look your best! Dress for Success--Denver provides professional clothing at no cost to women who are seeking economic independence. If you need clothing for a job interview, you'll need to be referred by a parole officer, re-entry specialist, probation officer, or community organization (see Community Organizations in the Jobs section for a long list). If you already have a job and need clothing, you may call the office directly to arrange a time to come in. This is also a great opportunity for people who self-identify as female (including those who still display as masculine) to get help with professional clothing.

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Durango Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

160 Rock Point Drive, Suite A, Durango CO 81301

Southwest CO

Durango

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Durango Workforce Center

331 S. Camino Del Rio, Suite C, Durango CO 81303

Southwest CO

Durango

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Edwards Workforce Center

69 Edwards Access Road, #11B, Edwards CO 81632

Northwest CO

Edwards

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Elwood Staffing–Arvada

5511 West 56th Ave, Unit 150, Arvada, CO 80002

Denver Metro

Arvada

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Aurora

14097 East Exposition Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012

Denver Metro

Aurora

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Brighton

275-C Pavilions Place, Brighton CO 80601

Denver Metro

Brighton

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Colorado Springs

3366 Templeton Gap Road, Colorado Springs CO 80907

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Durango

65 Mercado Street, Suite 115, Durango CO 81301

Southwest CO

Durango

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Fort Collins

1414 E Harmony Road, Suite 5, Fort Collins CO 80525

Northeast CO

Fort Collins

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Greeley

3510B West 10th Street, Greeley CO 80634

Northeast CO

Greeley

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Longmont

1020 Ken Pratt Blvd, Suite B, Longmont CO 80501

Denver Metro

Longmont

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Montrose

2305 South Townsend Avenue, Unit B, Montrose CO 81401

Southwest CO

Montrose

The Montrose office is currently handling the Grand Junction area as well. Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Elwood Staffing–Pueblo

1000 West 6th Street, Suite R, Pueblo CO 81003

Southeast CO

Pueblo

Elwood Staffing has several locations in Colorado. Click on the website link and then click on the city where you're looking for a job. Then click on View Jobs and you'll see a list of positions they're looking to fill in that city.

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Emily Griffith Technical College

Statewide

Emily Griffith Technical College provides the classes and credits you need for apprenticeship training. They partner with organizations throughout Colorado. Not all apprenticeship opportunities are the same though. it's recommended that you call everyone providing an apprenticeship in your area of interest to find out more. Ask about the time commitment. Ask whether they cover the costs. Click on the website link for the most recent flyer from Emily Griffith. There are options all over the state!

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Employment Services of Weld County–Fort Lupton

2950 9th Street, Fort Lupton CO 80621

Northeast CO

Fort Lupton

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Employment Solutions–Denver

2460 W 26th Avenue, Suite 250C, Denver CO 80211

Denver Metro

Denver

Employment Solutions has four locations in Colorado. They say their opportunities come in a wide array of shapes and forms, but the bulk consists of full-time, long-term, temp-to-hire opportunities. Click on the website and then click on Employees. There is a drop-down menu for you to apply online.

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Employment Solutions–Johnstown

4750 Larimer Pkwy, Suite 201, Johnstown CO 80534

Northeast CO

Johnstown

Employment Solutions has two locations in Colorado. They say their opportunities come in a wide array of shapes and forms, but the bulk consists of full-time, long-term, temp-to-hire opportunities. Click on the website and then click on Employees. There is a drop-down menu for you to apply online. Have confirmed they will consider hiring someone with a sex offense conviction.

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Esquared

3532 Franklin st. Suite B Denver, CO 80205

Denver Metro

Denver

(E²) The Center for the Development of Economic Equity, LPA is a Denver-based employment training organization that provides technology literacy, job placement, forklift and warehouse certifications, and other workforce readiness opportunity. To find out more or to apply to the program, visit their website. You must enroll online to get started.

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Evergreen Christian Outreach (EChO) Job Center

27888 Meadow Drive, Evergreen CO 80439

Denver Metro

Evergreen

Evergreen Christian Outreach, known as EChO, provides basic services to help people become self-sufficient. The EChO Job Center provides employment connections and referrals, job training, and more. The area served includes Evergreen, Kittredge, Idledale, Lookout Mountain, Genessee, Indian Hills, Morrison foothills, and 285 west of C-470 up to and including Conifer.

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Excel Personnel

9351 Grant Street, Suite 570, Denver CO 80229

Denver Metro

Denver

Excel Personnel currently has over 100 job openings, including order fillers, customer service reps, and packagers. Check out their website under Search Jobs. You can apply online as well as set up an interview appointment.

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Fajita Pete’s

7300 E Arapahoe Rd. Suite 300 Centennial, Colorado 80112

Denver Metro

Centennial

Fajita Pete's is a Tex-Mex restaurant providing delivery, dine-in, and pick-up, with special focus on catering. Fajita Pete's hires year round and is noted as a felon-friendly, fair-chance hiring partner. Positions include Prep/Dish, Cook, Counter, Driver, and Management.

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Federal Bonding Program

Free $5,000 bond coverage with no deductible amount of liability for the employer

The Federal Bonding Program assists a job applicant in overcoming barriers to employment. It is a 6-month no cost fidelity bond for applicants who are denied coverage by commercial carriers due to their at risk background provided through a partnership between the US Department of Labor and CHUBB. A fidelity bond is provided to the employer free of charge and serves as an incentive to the company to hire a job applicant who is has a criminal record or has an at risk background in obtaining employment. It is a business insurance policy that protects the employer against financial loss due to theft, forgery, larceny or embezzlement caused by employee dishonesty. If you have any questions, contact 303-318-8961 or email Kerri.owen@state.co.us. The forms are available via the website link below, but they must be filled out by a local workforce center employee. You will find a complete list of workforce centers on Remerg.com in the Jobs section.

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First Choice Staffing

4301 Gaylord Street, Denver CO 80216

Denver Metro

Denver

First Choice Staffing provides temporary and permanent staff in hospitality, event staff, janitorial, facility maintenance, hospital services, food services, and more. Click on the website and Contact Us to send a message and ask about a job. Open positions are also listed on their website.

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Fort Morgan Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

426 Ensign Street, Fort Morgan CO 80701

Northeast CO

Fort Morgan

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Fort Morgan Workforce Center

426 Ensign Street, Fort Morgan CO 80701

Northeast CO

Fort Morgan

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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FreeWorld

CDL training

Statewide

FreeWorld is a tech nonprofit that gets formerly incarcerated people into high-wage jobs to thrive on their own terms. This program is intended to match those with criminal histories with the resources and community they need to thrive. Once accepted to the program, the FreeWorld team will train Free Agents (program participants) as truck drivers, and continue to assist them in finding higher-paying jobs for a period of five years after graduation. Free Agents can earn anywhere between $60,000 and $100,000 within their first year of driving. From application to job placement, individuals can complete the program within 45 days. To apply to this program, please visit their website link to an application at https://freeworld.org/application.

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Frisco Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

602 Galena Street, Frisco CO 80443

Northwest CO

Frisco

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Frisco Workforce Center

602 Galena Street, Frisco CO 80443

Northwest CO

Frisco

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Getting Talent Back to Work Certificate from SHRM

The Getting Talent Back to Work certificate is a program created by the Society for Human Resource Management. The 10-hour program provides hiring managers, HR professionals, and others with the information and tools they need to attract, hire, and retain people with criminal records. It's completely free and open to all. You do not need to be a SHRM member, and you do not need to hold a SHRM credential to engage with the content, take the course, and earn the Getting Talent Back to Work certificate. Click on the website link to learn more.

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Glenwood Springs Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

401 23rd St, Suite 300, Glenwood Springs CO 81601

Northwest CO

Glenwood Springs

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Glenwood Springs Workforce Center

401 23rd Street, Suite 300, Glenwood Springs CO 8160

Northwest CO

Glenwood Springs

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Golden Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

3500 Illinois St, Suite 1400, Golden CO 80401

Denver Metro

Golden

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Golden–Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center

Laramie Building, 3500 Illinois Street, Golden CO 80401

Denver Metro

Golden

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Goodwill of Colorado

Statewide

Goodwill of Colorado provides career development resources and life-skills training those that have justice involvement. Through its thrift stores, donations, corporate partnerships and recycling processes, Goodwill has worked for more than a century in Colorado to ensure individuals have access to career and life pathways that allow them to live to their fullest potential. Goodwill of Colorado offers the ReHire Colorado transitional employment program. An 11-week program that helps people re-enter the workforce. If you qualify, you can get paid, on-the-job training that will help you develop job skills and get a better job. Goodwill of Colorado is your destination for affordable, high-quality and name-brand clothing for everyone in your family—plus furniture, housewares, electronics, books, music, movies, sporting goods, tools, and more! Goodwill is always looking for new team members, and when you work for Goodwill and get the satisfaction of knowing you are contributing to something big. With locations in the Denver and Colorado Springs metro areas, Fort Collins to the north, Pueblo and Durango in the south, Fort Morgan in the east, and Grand Junction in the west, there are plenty of opportunities across Colorado!

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Grand Junction Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

222 S 6th Street, Suite 215, Grand Junction CO 81501

Southwest CO

Grand Junction

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Grand Junction–Mesa County Workforce Center

512 29 1/2 Road, Grand Junction CO 81504

Northwest CO

Grand Junction

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Greeley–Employment Services of Weld County

315 North 11th Avenue, Building B, Greeley CO 80631

Northeast CO

Greeley

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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GRID Alternatives Colorado (pre-apprenticeship)

4845 Oakland Street, Denver CO 80239

Denver Metro

Denver

Interested in a solar energy career? Call GRID Alternatives! They provide a 5-week Installation Basics Training (IBT200) with a stipend upon completion. Register online. Call or email to get started. Click on the video to learn about solar training. Click on the website link to learn about the great opportunity GRID provides.

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Gritly Tech Sales Training

Statewide

Gritly provides a 12-week online program to prepare people with the tech and other work skills necessary for a job as an entry-level tech sales representative. The training takes 10-15 hours a week and is for someone looking to break into tech. You don't pay up front for the training, but there is a deferred tuition agreement that will require you to pay $278 a month for 18 months if you find a job making $40,000 a year. That adds up to $5,000, so be aware that you are making a serious commitment for the training. Click on the website to learn more. You can also call the number below or email the founder at David@gritly.us.

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Gunnison Workforce Center

109 E. Georgia, Gunnison CO 81230

Southwest CO

Gunnison

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Hanifen Employment Center

14 West Bijou Street, Colorado Springs CO 80903

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Catholic Charities of Central Colorado provides the Employment Center, where you can get help with job skills, career counseling, interview skills, and more. They also teach you how to use a computer, type, build a resume, and save money. They have relationships with area businesses and apprentice programs. Vocational Counselors help job-seekers conduct an assessment of their interests, skills, personality traits and goals to help them identify a career path that is a good fit.

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Homeward Alliance Reentry Program

242 Conifer St, Fort Collins, CO 80524

Northeast CO

Fort Collins

Homeward Alliance’s Re-entry Program is located inside The Murphy Center. As a WAGEES grant recipient, their re-entry program provides employment services, resource navigation and housing connections to individuals exiting the Colorado Department of Corrections.

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Honest Jobs

Felony-friendly/fair-chance employment resource

Statewide

Honest Jobs helps people with criminal records find jobs. Honestjobs.com features over 300,000 job openings from 1,000+ fair-chance employers. These are all organizations that are open to hiring people with misdemeanor and felony convictions. Visit www.HonestJobs.com or email ContactUs@HonestJobs.com to get started.

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Hookfish Manufacturing

2531 W 62nd Ct, Denver, CO 80221

Denver Metro

Hookfish Manufacturing offers full service custom apparel manufacturing. They are one of the few companies in the U.S. offering 100% vertically integrated USA manufacturing, from in house large format dye sublimation cut and sew manufacturing, to screen print and embroidery all under 1 roof. Hookfish offers fair chance hiring. They have a great, close knit work environment. They do background checks. You must be able to lift 60-70lbs. In order to apply you can contact Mark at mark@hookfishmfg.com.

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Idaho Springs–Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center

1531 Colorado Blvd., Idaho Springs CO 80452

Denver Metro

Idaho Springs

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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IEC Rocky Mountain

IEC Rocky Mountain is the largest Electrical Apprenticeship covering Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska. IECRM can help you find initial employment as an electrical apprentice through the services provided by their hire list, and through their regularly scheduled electrical career hiring fairs. Interested parties can learn more about their program and how you can get started on the path to an electrician career by visiting their website: https://iecrm.org/

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Impact Empowerment Group

5405 East 33rd Avenue, Denver CO 80207

Denver Metro

Denver

IEG provides programs in education, employment, and entrepreneurship. They can help you get out of a gang, make different choices, provide mentoring and help finding a job, improve your education, develop a career, become an entrepreneur, and more. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Instawork

Statewide

Instawork is an online platform that connects employers to short-term, seasonal, and temp-to-hire workers.

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Jewish Family Service

3201 South Tamarac Dr. Denver, CO 80231

Denver Metro

Denver

Take your skills to the next level in the JFS vocational training program. This program offers three different learning opportunities including, administrative and customer service, AutoCAD design, and foundations of digital literacy. Space is limited, so apply now or contact Gloria Padilla at 720.986.0019 or Chloe Pulliam at 720.459.3876 or cpulliam@jewishfamilyservice.org. All programs include career readiness classes, job search and resume assistance. It also includes access to JFS services and employer partners.

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Jewish Family Service of Colorado- Employment Services

3201 South Tamarac Drive, Denver CO 80231

Denver Metro

Denver

Jewish Family Service of Colorado (JFS) works with all job seekers including those formerly incarcerated or experiencing homelessness and offers free, customized coaching, workshops and case management services to get you back to work quickly. They meet with you where you are at in the community and also teach several free virtual and in-person workshops, deliver trainings, and provide you 1:1 support to help you re-enter the workforce after a long break. They can help you create a work history/resume, write letters of explanation, help find or provide low-cost or free tech devices, and refer you directly to interview for jobs with our employer partners. They understand barriers to employment and are experts at eliminating these barriers and providing you personalized career coaching support to help you find a job that you enjoy and that pays you a livable wage. Please contact Stacy Winner, Career Services Program Coordinator, by phone or email at swinner@jewishfamilyservice.org to get started.

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Job Seeking with a Criminal Record

Statewide

The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) teamed up with LinkedIn to create a groundbreaking learning course, Job Seeking with a Criminal Record. The course is entirely free and accessible to anyone. It does not require a LinkedIn account or membership. Click on the link to check out the course. free online course to learn how to get a job with a criminal record!

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Jobs in Apprenticeships

List of apprenticeship opportunities

Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce recently created a helpful page of links to find apprenticeship opportunities. Click on the website link, then scroll through the list.

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Jobs of Hope

1324 10th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631

Northeast CO

Greeley

Jobs of Hope, Inc. was founded in 2013 for the purpose of providing support for men seeking to reenter the community and obtain a better quality of life. They write: "We are a faith-based non-profit focused on working to help gentlemen coming out of incarceration and/or gang-involvement leave behind years of legal problems. We believe that through Jesus’ love, case management, life skills training, assistance with employment and education we can be a bridge for our participant to reconnect with their families and community and vice-versa, to help our community engage with our participants and share our vision of seeing their potential to become positive and productive members of society." Call the number below or email info@jobsofhope.org and ask for an appointment to get started. If you don't have a phone or computer, you can also drop in and make an appointment for a later date. Jobs of Hope has transitional housing for clients of the Jobs of Hope program who are residents of Weld County.

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Kiowa–Elbert County Workforce Center

75 Ute Ave., Kiowa CO 80117

Northeast CO

Kiowa

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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La Junta Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

101 Colorado Avenue, La Junta CO 81050

Southeast CO

La Junta

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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La Junta Workforce Center

308 Santa Fe Ave., La Junta CO 81050

Southeast CO

La Junta

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Labor Depot

45 Sheridan Blvd, Lakewood CO 80226

Denver Metro

Denver

Labor Depot provides day labor and temporary hiring opportunities in construction, landscaping, catering, plant production (warehouse), CDL driver opportunities, post construction cleanup, medical facility cleaning, and much more. They work with people with a criminal history. Check their website for more info or just show up any time. They accept applications all day long!

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Labor Depot

1520 N Union Blvd, Suite 101, Colorado Springs CO 80909

Southwest CO

Colorado Springs

Labor Depot provides day labor and temporary hiring opportunities in construction, landscaping, catering, plant production (warehouse), CDL driver opportunities, post construction cleanup, medical facility cleaning, and much more. They work with people with a criminal history. Check their website for more info or just show up any time. They accept applications all day long! The Colorado Springs office even has applications outside the door and you can fill one out and slide it under the door.

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Labor Finders–Colorado Springs

2828 N. Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs CO 80907

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Labor Finders can connect you to temporary employment. You can browse their jobs using their website and your location. Lots of certified flaggers and general laborer positions were available when we checked. August 2020 update: Website has been hacked and is temporarily down.

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Labor Finders–Denver

616 S. Broadway, Denver CO 80209

Denver Metro

Denver

Labor Finders can connect you to temporary employment. You can browse their jobs using their website and your location. Lots of certified flaggers and general laborer positions were available when we checked. August update: Website has been hacked and is temporarily down.

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Labor Finders–Lakewood

7033 West Colfax Avenue, Lakewood CO 80214

Denver Metro

Lakewood

Labor Finders can connect you to temporary employment. You can browse their jobs using their website and your location. Lots of certified flaggers and general laborer positions were available when we checked. August update: Website has been hacked and is temporarily down.

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Lamar Workforce Center

405 East Olive St., Lamar CO 81052

Southeast CO

Lamar

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development–Fort Collins

200 W. Oak Street, Suite 5000, Fort Collins CO 80522

Northeast CO

Fort Collins

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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LeaderQuest–Colorado Springs (IT training)

7222 Commerce Center Drive, #235, Colorado Springs CO 80919

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

LeaderQuest provides 5 to 10 day courses and 3 to 6 week programs that combine traditional instruction and hands-on labs to prepare you for IT certification exams. All courses are taught by a live instructor and LeaderQuest covers the cost of one certification attempt per class. When your training is complete, their Career Services team will help you get hired. People with a criminal history are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

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LeaderQuest–Denver (IT training)

6855 South Havana Street, Suite 230, Englewood CO 80112

Denver Metro

Denver

LeaderQuest provides 5 to 10 day courses and 3 to 6 week programs that combine traditional instruction and hands-on labs to prepare you for IT certification exams. All courses are taught by a live instructor and LeaderQuest covers the cost of one certification attempt per class. When your training is complete, their Career Services team will help you get hired. The classes aren't free, but Workforce Centers and VA programs can sometimes help with the cost. Call for more information. People with a criminal history are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

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Leadville Workforce Center

901 S. Highway 24, Room 219, Leadville CO 80461

Northwest CO

Leadville

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Life-Line

1240 W Bayaud Avenue, Denver CO 80223

Denver Metro

Denver

Life-Line works with people of all ages who struggle with substance abuse and/or are transitioning out of gangs or incarceration. They provide counseling, mentoring, case management, pro-social activities, life skills, resource connections, career exploration and job readiness training. Life-Line is a WAGEES grant provider of re-entry help for people coming out of prison. They specialize in programs that support fatherhood, gang disengagement, substance abuse, and aggression replacement.

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Limon Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

825 Second Street, Limon CO 80828

Northeast CO

Limon

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Limon Workforce Center

285 D Avenue, Limon CO 80828

Southeast CO

Limon

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Loaves & Fishes Ministry

241 Justice Center Road, Canon City CO 81212

Southeast CO

Canon City

Loaves & Fishes Ministry in Fremont County provides a food pantry, emergency shelter, housing assistance, transportation, connections to medical and mental health care, and financial assistance. Loaves & Fishes is a WAGEES grant recipient and provides re-entry services for people leaving prison in Colorado. This includes help with employment.

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Longmont Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

825 Delaware Ave, Suite 402, Longmont CO 80501

Northeast CO

Longmont

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Longmont–Workforce Boulder County

515 Coffman Street, Longmont CO 80501

Denver Metro

Longmont

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Loveland Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

5250 Hahns Peak Drive, Suite 120, Loveland CO 80538

Northeast CO

Loveland

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Loveland–Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development

200 Peridot Avenue, #100, Loveland CO 80537

Northeast CO

Loveland

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Meeker Workforce Center

345 Market Street, Meeker CO 81641

Northwest CO

Meeker

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Metro DEEP

1582 S Parker Road #303, Denver CO 80231

Denver Metro

Denver

Metro DEEP is an Economic Development Organization focused on the African descended population. They have departments in Youth Development, Career and Workforce, and Entrepreneurial Development. They also have two wealth-building strategies in real estate development and home ownership; the second is in investments. Their long-term goal is "to make a wealth mentality the most popular among our people and our short term goal is to ensure that you get what you need, not to survive, but to thrive." Click on the website below for more information (look under the Events and Programs tabs), email admin@metrodeep.com, or call one of the numbers below for more information.

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Mi Casa Resource Center

345 S Grove Street, Denver CO 80219

Denver Metro

Denver

Mi Casa Resource Center believes in the potential of all people to achieve their educational, professional, and entrepreneurial goals. Mi Casa works with the Latino community, working families, and immigrants. They provide workplace skills training (including resume, cover letter, references,) financial literacy courses, legal clinic, mental health counseling, tax preparation, and education programs. Mi Casa also supports entrepreneurs, helping them explore, launch, and grow their business through bilingual consulting, in-depth training, and a variety of business-related workshops and resources.

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Mile High Workshop (pre-apprenticeship)

3795 E 38th Avenue, Denver CO 80205

Denver Metro

Aurora

Mile High WorkShop offers transitional employment and training opportunities for people experiencing barriers to employment due to criminal backgrounds, incarceration and/or recovery from homelessness and addiction. They provide paid training, support, counseling, and referrals to resources, and help transitioning to your next job. You can submit a form of interest online to set up a working interview.

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Monte Vista Workforce Center

2079 Sherman Avenue, Monte Vista CO 81144

Southwest CO

Monte Vista

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Montrose Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

504 N 1st Street, Montrose CO 81401

Southwest CO

Montrose

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Montrose Workforce Center

504 North 1st St., Montrose CO 81401

Southwest CO

Montrose

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Mountain Resource Center

11030 Kitty Drive Conifer, CO 80433

Denver Metro

Northeast CO

Conifer

Mountain Resource Center is a nonprofit, community-based organization that delivers high quality, integrated health and human services within a 1000 square mile rural mountain area. Serving in West Jefferson, Clear Creek, Gilpin, and Park counties, Mountain Resource Center provides a single point of entry to connect clients with a range of services. Programs and services include rental assistance, basic needs, emergency financial assistance, food pantry, community health, early childhood/family education, and veterans support services. Please reach out to info@mrcco.org for any general inquiries.

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Mountain Temp Services–Aspen

409 ABC, Suite A, Aspen, CO 81611

Northwest CO

Aspen

Mountain Temp Services, Aspen office, has positions in commercial and residential construction, hospitality, office and administrative work, light industry (mechanics, warehousing, etc.), skilled and unskilled labor, maintenance, and experienced tradesmen (carpenters, construction foremen, masons, welders, etc.). Mountain Temp Services offers temporary, temp to perm, part time, and permanent placement for jobs. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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Mountain Temp Services–Carbondale

981 Cowen Drive, Suite E, Carbondale CO 81623

Northwest CO

Carbondale

Mountain Temp Services, Carbondale has positions in commercial and residential construction, hospitality, landscaping, office and administrative work, maintenance, ranching and light industry. They offer positions in skilled and unskilled labor, property maintenance, tradesmen (carpenters, construction foremen, masons, welders, etc.), housekeeping, laundry, and secretarial. Mountain Temp Services offers temporary, temp to perm, part time, and permanent placement for jobs. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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Mountain Temp Services–Dillon

114 Village Place, Suite G-1, Dillon CO 80435

Northwest CO

Dillon

Mountain Temp Services Dillon office is continually recruiting experienced room attendants and housekeepers, general laborers, landscapers and carpenters. Mountain Temp Services offers temporary, temp to perm, part time, and permanent placement for jobs. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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Mountain Temp Services–Rifle

1423 Airport Road, Unit 6, Rifle CO 81650

Northwest CO

Rifle

Mountain Temp Services provides the Rifle community with employment opportunities in construction, landscaping, administrative services and the oil and gas industry. Mountain Temp Services offers temporary, temp to perm, part time, and permanent placement for jobs. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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Mountain Temp Services–Steamboat Springs

1815 Central Park Plaza, Unit #101B, Steamboat Springs CO 80478

Northwest CO

Steamboat Springs

Mountain Temp Services’ Steamboat Springs office has positions in the Steamboat Springs area in commercial and residential construction, hospitality, office and administrative work, light industry, maintenance, excavating, and landscaping. Mountain Temp Services offers temporary, temp to perm, part time, and permanent placement for jobs. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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Mountain Temp Services–Vail

41184 Hwy 6 & 24, Suite #150, Eagle Vail, CO 81620

Northwest CO

Vail

Mountain Temp Services’ Vail office has positions in the Vail and Eagle Valley area in commercial and residential construction, hospitality, office and administrative work, light industry, maintenance, excavating, and landscaping. Mountain Temp Services offers temporary, temp to perm, part time, and permanent placement for jobs. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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MTS Mobile Staffing–Aurora

15324 E Alameda Parkway, #20, Aurora CO 80017

Denver Metro

Aurora

MTS Mobile Staffing Aurora has positions in general construction labor, skilled labor, landscape labor, irrigation technicians, maintenance, foremen, hotel and hospitality. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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MTS Mobile Staffing–Denver

1567 South Colorado Blvd, Denver CO 80222

Denver Metro

Denver

MTS Mobile Staffing Denver has positions for highly motivated, reliable and honest employees in commercial and residential construction, hospitality, landscaping, office and administrative work, light industry (mechanics, warehousing, etc.), skilled and unskilled labor, maintenance, and trades (carpenters, construction foremen, masons, welders, etc.). Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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MTS Mobile Staffing–Fort Collins

4619 S Mason Street, Unit C5, Fort Collins CO 80525

Northeast CO

Fort Collins

MTS Mobile Staffing Fort Collins has positions for highly motivated, reliable and honest employees in commercial and residential construction, hospitality, landscaping, office and administrative work, light industry (mechanics, warehousing, etc.), skilled and unskilled labor, maintenance, and trades (carpenters, construction foremen, masons, welders, etc.). Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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MTS Mobile Staffing–Longmont

1716 N. Main Street, Suite C, Longmont CO 80501

Denver Metro

Longmont

MTS Mobile Staffing Longmont has positions in commercial and residential construction, hospitality, landscaping, office and administrative work, light industry (mechanics, warehousing, etc.), skilled and unskilled labor, maintenance, and trades (carpenters, construction foremen, masons, welders, etc.). Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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MTS Mobile Staffing–Northglenn

1400 W 104th Avenue, Denver CO 80234

Denver Metro

Northglenn

MTS Mobile Staffing recenrly opened their Northglenn agency. They don't list the jobs they have but indicate they have them. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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MTS Mobile Staffing–Wheat Ridge

7777 West 38th Avenue, Suite A128, Wheat Ridge CO 80033

Denver Metro

Wheat Ridge

MTS Mobile Staffing Wheat Ridge. Call field recruiter Waylon Shaw, who helps people with a criminal history with the job search, at 970-302-5047.

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Northglenn Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

11990 Grant St, Suite 201, Northglenn CO 80233

Denver Metro

Northglenn

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Open Door Ministries

1567 Marion Street, Denver, CO 80218

Denver Metro

Denver

Open Door Ministries helps with employment services (job skill readiness, resumes, computer skills, interviewing skills) and referrals to services, transitional housing opportunities for men and women, and a Colorado Mental Wellness Network peer support specialist.

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Perseverance Staffing

5303 E Evans Ave #104, Denver CO 80222

Denver Metro

Denver

Perseverance Staffing has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis. Call or email them via their website.

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Prosper CO

Prosper CO is an effort to identify and understand the disparities in economic prosperity and develop a range of solutions to close the gaps. If you're an employer looking to learn more, start with their TOP 10 list, linked below. Step 4 is how to show your commitment to fair chance hiring.

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Pueblo Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

720 N Main St, Suite 320, Pueblo CO 81003

Southeast CO

Pueblo

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Pueblo Workforce Center

212 W 3rd Street, Pueblo CO 81003

Southeast CO

Pueblo

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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PuebloWorks

525 N Santa Fe Avenue, Pueblo CO 81003

Southeast CO

Pueblo

Through CommunityWorks, PuebloWorks provides career preparation & placement. Participants who complete their job seeker workshop are matched with an employment coach who provides individualized job search assistance to include resume preparation, e-mail setup if needed, interview coaching, job leads, and community referrals for housing, transportation, healthcare, counseling, childcare, food and other support services. In addition, they provide life skills assistance to help address other issues related to success--financial management, time management, conflict resolution, anger management, parenting, reconciliation, and interpersonal communication skills. Call or email through the website link to get started. PuebloWorks is also able to provide free Lifeline phones.

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Rapid IT Training & Employment

Colorado Community College System

Denver Metro

Through the Rapid IT Training and Employment (RITEI) program, CCCS colleges will train up to 400 Coloradans via online platforms in a CompTIA A+ Certification or one of the five Google IT Professional Certificates for free. After short-term training (three to six months), program participants will get connected to an “earn while you learn” work-based learning opportunity and receive one-on-one career coaching. Individuals ages 17 and older who are currently under- or unemployed and live in the Denver metro area are eligible to apply regardless of previous education experience.

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Re:Work Training

Statewide

A free non-profit tech sales bootcamp. Learn from tech industry recruiters and sales experts—remote training. The entire course is free to the community. They are working to empower Black and Latinx individuals by providing job training, placement opportunities. Fill out the application on the website to see if you are a good candidate.

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Ready to Work Housing and Employment Center–Aurora (Bridge House Program)

3176 S Peoria Court, Aurora CO 80014

Denver Metro

Aurora

Ready to Work Housing and Employment Program--Aurora helps men and women who are homeless rebuild their lives. People in the program receive paid work, dormitory housing, and case management support. Ready to Work--Aurora is a Bridge House program. They are a WAGEES community partner.

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Ready to Work Housing and Employment Center–Boulder (Bridge House Program)

4747 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder CO 80305

Denver Metro

Boulder

Ready to Work Housing and Employment Center-Boulder helps men and women who are homeless rebuild their lives. People in the program receive paid work, dormitory housing, and case management support. Ready to Work--Boulder is a Bridge House program. They are a WAGEES Community Partner.

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Reinforcing Ironworkers Local 847

5575 Tejon Street, Denver CO 80221

Denver Metro

Denver

If you want to be an iron worker, contact the Reinforcing Ironworkers Local 847 office. The phone number is for business agent Dylan Dalton, who has jobs statewide and the sky’s the limit ($40/hour) if you can handle the physical labor. They don’t require a GED or driver’s license but you must have proven transportation other than public. Their unpaid 3-5 day Gladiator training lets you know how hard the job is. A paid apprenticeship starts at $17.50/hour, with an opportunity to earn $23-$25/hour after six months of apprenticeship if you’re successful and take classes.

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Rifle Workforce Center

216 W. 3rd Street, Rifle CO 81650

Southwest CO

Rifle

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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RifleWorks

124 E 4th Street Rifle, CO 81650

Northwest CO

Rifle

RifleWorks has positions for skilled construction professionals in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, prep & detail, painting, drywall and welding, in the oil fields, and for CDL Drivers. RifleWorks also has positions for unskilled labor and clerical and general office opportunities.

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Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute

1209 West 10th Avenue, Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

The Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute (RMMFI) helps people transform into serious entrepreneurs through personal, business, and financial investments. RMMFI serves its entrepreneurs with both ​business development​ and ​lending services​. Click on the website to learn more. Click on Re/Launch to take their Dream Survey to get started. Get help launching your own business with Denver-based RMMFI

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Saint Francis Center Employment Services

1400 N. Williams Street (inside Althea Center), Denver CO 80218

Denver Metro

Denver

Saint Francis Center Employment Services works with individuals who are currently experiencing homelessness and those that are currently or previously justice involved. They address barriers to employment, providing comprehensive case management and workforce development. They also offer a rapid re-housing program, direct support, and transportation assistance. Guests are welcome to utilize their full service computer lab. All resources are available to guests once they have completed a one time orientation, held every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 am. Please call to get started.

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Salesforce (IT training)

Statewide

Salesforce provides free online IT training in a customer software platform used by many companies. Their training called Trailhead lets you learn at your own pace and earn certification. Watch the video to learn more.

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Salida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

448 E First St, Suite 216, Salida CO 81201

Southwest CO

Salida

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Salida Workforce Center

448 E. 1st Street, Suite 201, Salida CO 81201

Southwest CO

Salida

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Second Chance Business Coalition

The Second Chance Business Coalition is a coalition of large private companies committed to expanding second chance, also known as fair chance, hiring practices. Co-chairs Jamie Dimon of JP Morgan Chase and Craig Arnold of Eaton write: "When people are given a fair opportunity to participate in the workforce, our economy and society are stronger. That is why we’re proud to serve as co-chairs of the Second Chance Business Coalition. Our goal is to encourage the nation’s largest employers to give more people with criminal backgrounds a second chance at the dignity of a good job and a better life for themselves and their families." The website provides tools and resources for companies that want to hire people with a criminal record.

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Second Chance Center

224 Potomac Street, Aurora, CO 80011

Denver Metro

Aurora

Second Chance Center provides formerly incarcerated people and their network with education, resources, and support to successfully re-enter the community and cultivate a rewarding life. Services provided include mentoring, cognitive restructuring, pre-release and post-release planning, housing connections, employment services, transportation, addiction counseling, relationship counseling, fitness training, mental health services, food and clothing, and art therapy.

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Second Chance Center in the City

1391 Delaware Street, Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

Second Chance Center in the City is located at 1391 Delaware St. right across the street from the city jail and next door to Subway. They are dedicated to helping individuals who are released from Denver city or county jail connect to better housing, employment opportunities, industry approved training, vocational training, transportation assistance, behavioral health assistance (mental health, substance use treatment), food relief, care management, mentoring, sober living, harm reduction services, and many other services. If you have been released from Denver city or county jail within the last year they can help you! Business hours and phone number are listed below. You do not need an appointment to see them!

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Servicios de La Raza Youth Re-Entry WAGEES20 Program

3131 West 14th Avenue, Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

Servicios de la Raza offers Youth Re-entry WAGEES20, which is re-entry help and case management for justice-involved adults ages 18-24. You'll get help with work clothing, tools, school supplies, and transportation. They help with educational training to assist youth succeed in community college courses. Click on the website to learn about all of the services and connections they offer.

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Servicios de la Raza–Employment, Education, & Training Program

3131 West 14th Avenue, Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

Servicios de la Raza is a bilingual nonprofit that provides many different programs for re-entry, including their employment program. Services include case management, education opportunities, financial assistance with books and tuition, career assessments, job readiness classes, job searching and placement, transportation help such as bus tickets and gas vouchers, work tools, and help with certifications and specialized licensures. You may call the number below or call Nick Pacheco at 720-844-6859 or Lucas Sweeney at 720-510-7039 to get started.

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Small Town Project

208 N Main Street, Rocky Ford CO 81067

Southwest CO

Rocky Ford

Small Town Project provides a shared workspace with the use of computer, Fiber-Internet, printers, and fax machines. They provide technical assistance to help with small business startup, career exploration and development, and access other resources. They also provide a food pantry with healthy, organic, and locally sourced foods. Small Town Project is open to all people in southeast Colorado regardless of income, place of residence or citizenship status. WAGEES Southeast Health Group in La Junta refers people to Small Town Project for their services.

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Solar Energy International

Paid Online Training!

Are you getting out and wanting to get a great job in the solar field? Solar Energy International (SEI) provides a training program that is either online or hands-on. The program is called Colorado RUN, and SEI is specifically recruiting people coming from incarceration. You can enroll in the "NABCEP pathway" (the basic solar training + DEIJ/career services pathway towards NABCEP Credential) entirely through SEI and The Alliance Center's online training programs. Or, if you wish, you can enroll in SEI's hands-on training courses in Paonia, CO, towards NABCEP Certification and take only the DEIJ/career services course online. You can also enroll in hands-on OSHA Safety training through Pueblo Community College, a partner of their CO RUN program. If you're accepted into the Colorado RUN scholarship program, you will receive a stipend at the completion of the course. Click on the website to learn more and send an email if you have any questions. You can also call the number below. They are very glad to help you learn more about this program.

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Solid Rock Community Development Corporation

2520 Arlington Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80910

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

Solid Rock Community Development Corporation is building community by investing in housing, small businesses, and infrastructure. The Program provides one-on-one consulting and assistance with starting your own business, preferably in southeast Colorado Springs. They also provide services that include affordable housing, business support If you live in the area and want to know more, give them a call at 719-393-7625, or email them at srcdc@solidrockcdc.com.

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Southwest Conservation Corps

701 E Rainbow Blvd, Salida, CO 81201

Southwest CO

Salida/Alamosa

Southwest Conservation Corps (SCC) has opportunities for young adults ages 18-24 in the San Luis Valley. Young adults with criminal records are warmly encouraged to apply. SCC provides youth, young adults, and veterans with structured, safe and challenging service and educational opportunities through projects that promote personal growth, the development of social skills, and an ethic of natural resource stewardship. SCC Los Valles runs programming out of Salida and Alamosa, and their main office is in Salida.

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Steamboat Springs Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

345 Anglers Dr, Bldg E Suite C, Steamboat Springs CO 80488

Northwest CO

Steamboat Springs

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Steamboat Springs Workforce Center

425 Anglers Drive D-2, Steamboat Springs CO 80487

Northwest CO

Steamboat Springs

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Sterling Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

100 College Ave, Walker Hall Room 1, Sterling CO 80751

Northeast CO

Sterling

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Sterling Workforce Center

100 Broadway, #24, Sterling CO 80751

Northeast CO

Sterling

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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The Empowerment Program

1600 York St, Denver CO 80206

Denver Metro

Denver

The Empowerment Program provides education, employment assistance, health, housing referrals, and support services for women who are in disadvantaged positions due to incarceration, poverty, homelessness, HIV/AIDS infection, and/or involvement in the criminal justice system. Call to make an appointment for their orientation which is held every Wednesday at 1:30pm. All services are free. LGBTQ friendly. Safety, support, trauma-informed help, relapse prevention, peer educators: they're all at Empowerment. EP is also a WAGEES grant provider of re-entry services for women coming out of prison.

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The Freedom Institute–Grand Junction

930 Main St., Grand Junction, CO 81501

Northwest CO

Grand Junction

The Freedom Institute helps people in Grand Junction, Montrose, Gunnison, and surrounding areas. They call their program Western Slope WAGEES. Services include job search assistance, access to computers, clothing & hygiene, bus passes, IDs, career and education mentoring, housing assistance, and a transitional housing program. The Freedom Institute has several locations in the area.

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The Freedom Institute–Montrose

930 Main St. Grand Junction, CO 81501

Southwest CO

Montrose

The Freedom Institute in Montrose helps men and women in Montrose, Delta, San Miguel, Ouray, Hinsdale & Gunnison counties who are on parole and returning to the community. Services are by appointment only and include job search assistance, access to computers, clothing & hygiene, bus passes, IDs, career and education mentoring, housing assistance, and a transitional housing program. The program is also known as Western Slope WAGEES. Western Slope WAGEES Community Partner

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The Gathering Place

1535 High Street, Denver CO 80218

Denver Metro

Denver

The Gathering Place provides help for women, transgender individuals, and their children. They provide a wide range of programs and services, including meals, food bank, family program, showers, laundry, phone access, mail access, nap room, health services, clothing bank, high school equivalency preparation, job readiness, a computer lab, and more! Their Job Readiness program offers help with resumes, interview preparation, job seeking, case management, and more.

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The Master’s Apprentice

646 Mariposa Street, #202, Denver, CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

The Master's Apprentice is a faith-based pre-apprentice program that prepares you to enter the trades and assists in career placement. The program is for people 18-45 years old. The program prepares you to work in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, masonry, or HVAC. You must have your high school diploma or equivalency (GED), a driver's license, and be able to pass a drug test. If you do not have one of the above, this program can work with your circumstances to ensure your successful placement. You can apply online through their website or call Jude Carstensen at the number below to learn more.

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The Pinon Project

210 E Main Street, Cortez CO 81321

Southwest CO

Cortez

The Pinon Project is a family resource center that provides help with family programs (parenting support, check and connect for youth, helping at-risk children, fatherhood programs, support group for parents with children with challenging behaviors and diagnosis, safe care for infant care, supervised visitation and emergency services for those facing eviction or a utility crisis). As a WAGEES grant recipient, they can refer you to help with finding a job, housing, education, peer group, and other programs in the area. COVID-19 UPDATE: They are providing support by phone and virtual classes. You may call for help with community resources.

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The Place

423 Cucharras Street, Colorado Springs CO 80903

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

The Place ignites the potential in youth to exit homelessness and create self-determined, fulfilled lives. The Place aids youth ages 15-24 experiencing homelessness and those at risk of homelessness. They provide outreach programs, assistance with shelters and housing programs. Youth services include education assistance, on site health and medical care, family and life skills programs, Job Readiness Training (JRT), career training services, job search assistance, job placement and job retention services. All services are free and individualized with the help of a Case Manager.

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The Premier Group–Colorado Springs

3659 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Suite 39, Colorado Springs CO 80918

Southeast CO

Colorado Springs

The Premier Group has jobs in construction: HVAC, electricians, carpenters, plumbing, and more! They also have IT and account/financing positions. Check out their website for job listings.

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The Premier Group–Denver

600 South Broadway, Denver CO 80209

Denver Metro

Denver

The Premier Group has jobs in construction: HVAC, electricians, carpenters, plumbing, and more! They also have IT and account/financing positions. Check out their website for job listings.

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The Right Way Foundation HVAC Academy & Maintenance Training

1010 South Joliet Street, Aurora CO 80012

Denver Metro

Aurora

Looking for a career in heating and cooling? The Right Way Foundation offers a 96-day program held on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 6-9pm. If you pass the ESCO EPA test in all section, you will receive a universal license. For graduates, job placement services are provided throughout Colorado, Louisiana, and Texas. You can also take their general maintenance training course to get certificate in CPO certification programs. This training course lasts 30 days. Click on the website link to learn more and send an email. You can also call the number provided.

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The Rock Found

1542 7th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631

Northeast CO

Greeley

The Rock Found is a nonprofit 501c3 and a partner of WAGEES grant (Work and Gain Employment and Education Services). They provide a variety of resources and services for medium to high-risk individuals that have been released from the Department of Corrections on parole. The Rock Found offers felon friendly employment resources and connections, certification and education navigation and assistance, addiction recovery support and connections, parenting classes, self-wellness groups and more. The Rock Found also has sober living/ transitional housing options for both men and women, for individuals that are able and willing to gain and maintain full time employment. For more information you may contact the Program Manager Amanda Lucas at 970-352-9571 or email amanda.lucas.trf@gmail.com.

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Thrive–Transformation at Work

102 E. Cleveland St., Suite 200 Lafayette, CO 80026

Denver Metro

Lafayette

Thrive--Transformation at Work is an employment support program that helps people overcome barriers and work their way to self-sufficiency and stability through employment. Thrive offers a four-day employment workshop for those who are unemployed or underemployed. Individuals are then paired with an employment coach that walks alongside them for one year. In addition, they have a network of employers in a wide range of industries. The first step for you would be to fill out an application on the Thrive website. Employers can complete an employer partner application on the website as well.

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TPM Staffing–Castle Rock

25 South Wilcox Street, Castle Rock CO 80104

Denver Metro

Castle Rock

TPM Staffing is a second chance staffing company and have a lot of experience helping people with a criminal history. Their positions include event staffing (Broncos games and concerts!), warehouse, cooks, dishwashers, light industrial, hospitality, and more. Call one of their offices or leave an email via their website.

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TPM Staffing–Denver

4755 Paris St. Suite 190, Denver CO 80239

Denver Metro

Denver

TPM Staffing is a second chance staffing company and have a lot of experience helping people with a criminal history. Their positions include event staffing (Broncos games and concerts!), warehouse, cooks, dishwashers, light industrial, hospitality, and more. Call one of their offices or leave an email via their website.

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Trinidad Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

140 N Commercial, Trinidad CO 81082

Southeast CO

Trinidad

Don't overlook this type of help if you're getting out of jail or prison and looking for a job. Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, advance in, and maintain a job. Their counselors will provide a range of services based on your employment needs and goals. They also help entrepreneurs who want to be self-employed. Click on the website link to learn more. Call your local office and ask for an intake appointment.

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Trinidad Workforce Center

140 North Commercial, Trinidad CO 81082

Southeast CO

Trinidad

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Untapped Talent by Jeffrey Korzenik

A book for those that that have justice involvement

Untapped Talent: How Second Chance Hiring Works for Your Business and the Community was written by Jeffrey Korzenik, chief investment strategist for a commercial bank. "You are not a burden. You are a resource," Jeff writes in his book's Note to the Currently Incarcerated.

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Urban Peak–Denver

2100 Stout Street First Floor, Denver, CO 80205

Denver Metro

Denver

Urban Peak’s Employment and Training Services team aids youth ages 15 -24 experiencing homelessness and those at risk of homelessness. Services include Job Readiness Training (JRT), career training services, job search assistance, job placement and job retention services. All services are free and individualized. A safe haven where you can get your most basic needs met at no cost.

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Walsenburg–Southeast Workforce Center

201 East 5th Street, Suite 19, Walsenburg CO 81089

Southeast CO

Walsenburg

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Wellpower: 2Succeed in Employment

456 Bannock Street, Denver CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

Willpower formerly known as MHCD has an employment program called 2Succeed in Employment that teaches recovering people professional skills and provides career assessments. Their work and education training programs are designed to provide the people they serve in our community with the education and employment they need to lead successful, empowered lives. Their Community Education program helps students who are interested in pursuing higher education in the community. Their Education Counselors help members navigate the education process from beginning to end, including proving on campus support. NextChapter in Employment teaches recovering people professional skills, provides career assessments, and matches Denver area businesses with productive and motivated employees. You'll need to call the number to get enrolled through MHCD. You have to be active with a Case Manager at Mental Health Center of Denver/Recovery.

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Westminster–Adams County Workforce & Business Center

11860 Pecos St. Westminster CO 80234

Denver Metro

Westminster

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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Women’s Bean Project

1300 W Alameda Avenue, Denver CO 80223

Denver Metro

Denver

Women’s Bean Project operates a food manufacturing business, while providing support as you move forward on your new path towards self-sufficiency. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary job readiness and life skills needed to set you on a pathway for long-term success. They hire women who come from all walks of life and different backgrounds who are struggling to get or keep a job. If you are in a similar situation, they urge you to apply to work in their 7 month transitional employment program. You must be at least 21 years of age and have a history of unemployment to qualify. Here’s what you can expect during your time at Women’s Bean Project: Full-time paid employment as a Production Assistant, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM over the course of 7 months. Program classes such as computer training, budgeting, adult education, resume writing, interview skills, conflict resolution, healthy relationships & self-improvement. Assistance with navigating basic needs resources for child care, housing, transportation, food, medical and dental services. Personalized job coaching and group sessions to provide you with professional skills and support as you move into your next chapter.

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Woodland Park–Pikes Peak Workforce Center in Community Partnership Family Resource Center

701 Gold Hill Place, South Woodland Park CO 80863

Southeast CO

Woodland Park

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space. The Pikes Peak Workforce Center\'s location in Woodland Park, CO has changed. Would you please update your page to say: Pikes Peak Workforce Center - Woodland Park Office in Community Partnership Family Resource Center 701 Gold Hill Place South Woodland Park, CO 80863 Phone: (719) 667-3700 Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays, Noon to 4 PM

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Work Opportunity Tax Credit

federal tax credit for employers!

Statewide

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit is a federal tax credit that an employer will receive for hiring someone with a felony conviction. The tax credit starts at $2,400 per hire. The applicant needs to have had a felony within one year of their start date of employment. They take into consideration release to probation, release to halfway house, work release, parole date, conviction date, even a deferred sentence date, anything that shows they had a felony and are work eligible. The two WOTC forms need to be filed within 28 calendar days of the start date. Click on the website to learn more and to fill out the forms. If you have any questions, you can call the WOTC team at 720-737-9672 or email Tanya.boroff@state.co.us.

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Work Options (pre-apprenticeship)

1200 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80204

Denver Metro

Denver

Work Options provides a free 1-4 week culinary job training program for all gender identities. They offer students the opportunity to learn from professional chefs as well as life skills development, case management and job readiness activities, including mock interviewing and job matching. Their program helps people gain the skills necessary to build confidence, maintain employment, and the opportunity to earn up to four certificates, including the nationally recognized American Culinary Federation Prep Cook Certificate. Students also earn cash incentives each week for modeling employable behaviors. Work Options' Mobile Culinary Classroom (MCC) is a 20-day culinary job training specifically designed for persons impacted by the criminal justice system. The Work Options Training Center's are located at Denver Human Services Castro Building (1200 Federal Blvd) and Adams County Human Services (11860 N Pecos). Locations for the Mobile Culinary Classroom (MCC) varies. Please contact Christine Geerts at 720.660.0159 or christine@workoptions.org to learn more or to register.

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Workable

Construction Apprenticeship Training

Workable is a job platform that will help you connect to apprenticeship and other training opportunities in the construction field.

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WS Barricade

W.S Barricades are a barricade and traffic company. They are a second chance employer and pride themselves in giving an opportunity to individuals from all walks of life. They specifically specialize in traffic control, construction traffic control, special events, pavement markings, and permanent sign installations and manufacturing. You can find up-to-date job listings on Indeed.com or contact their office by phone.

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Yuma Workforce Center

529 N. Albany Street, Suite 1210, Yuma CO 80759

Northeast CO

Yuma

A workforce center can help you find a job and learn about training opportunities, including apprenticeships. Some centers have people who specialize in helping people with a criminal history with their job search. If you’re between 18 and 24, be sure to ask about job opportunities for young adults and youth. Call and ask to make an appointment with a specialist. If you need other resources, ask if the workforce center has a resource center and if you may reserve a space.

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